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Crain’s Grand Rapids Business Recognizes MiSBF Members as Notable Leaders in Sustainability
Learn More: Crain’s Grand Rapids Business Recognizes MiSBF Members as Notable Leaders in SustainabilityMichigan Sustainable Business Forum members and were prominently represented in the Crain’s Grand Rapids Business 2025 list of Notable Leaders in Sustainability that was published this week. Current board chair Katie Chapman, vice chair Kari Bliss, treasurer Allmon Forrester and Executive Director Daniel Schoonmaker headline a list that also includes two Hall of Fame honorees…
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Leadership on Climate and Food Starts With Business
Learn More: Leadership on Climate and Food Starts With BusinessAt a time when technology and supply chains are finally aligning to advance major improvements in sustainability for the private sector, new challenges have arisen at every level of government to create an uncertain landscape for investments in climate action, food systems and the circular economy. Only six months removed from an administration that birthed…
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Investing in Our Team and the Hispanic Community
Learn More: Investing in Our Team and the Hispanic CommunityMichigan Sustainable Business Forum hosted the West Michigan Chamber of Commerce’s Monthly Conecta Membership Meeting last week at Olvera Enterprises, parent company of Supermercado Mexico. This is one of several recent collaborations with the chamber in support of our staff and the Hispanic community. Sustainability Associate Hanna De La Vega Sanchez and Executive Director Daniel…
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MiSBF Statement on EPA MATS Rule
Learn More: MiSBF Statement on EPA MATS RuleExecutive Director Daniel Schoonmaker recently provided testimony at the EPA’s virtual public hearing for the National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants for Coal- and Oil-Fired Electric Utility Steam Generating Units (EGUs), also known as the Mercury and Air Toxics Standards or MATS. EPA set technology-based emissions standards for mercury and other hazardous air pollutants…
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Michigan Sustainable Business Forum Seeking Candidates for Board of Directors
Learn More: Michigan Sustainable Business Forum Seeking Candidates for Board of DirectorsMichigan Sustainable Business Forum is now seeking candidates for nomination to its Board of Directors. MiSBF promotes business practices that advance climate leadership, social justice and the creation of a circular economy. It is the dba of West Michigan Sustainable Business Forum, which is celebrating its 30th Anniversary in 2025. Through its membership program, the…
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WMSBF Becomes Statewide Organization
Learn More: WMSBF Becomes Statewide OrganizationIn our most recent strategic plan, West Michigan Sustainable Business Forum announced that we would expand to a statewide program over a three-year period beginning in 2023. This week we began redirecting wmsbf.org to the web site of Michigan Sustainable Business Forum (you may have arrived on this page that way). The Forum is now…
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Celebrating Southwest Michigan’s Sustainability Leaders
Learn More: Celebrating Southwest Michigan’s Sustainability LeadersOn April 30, 2025, at the Great Green Gala held at The Livery in Benton Harbor, the Michigan Sustainable Business Forum honored outstanding contributions to sustainability in Southwest Michigan. Two organizations were named 2025 Sustainable Businesses of the Year, and three individuals received 2025 Sustainability Leadership Awards. The honorees have made important progress for the…
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Innovation, Optimism, and Alignment: Insights from West Michigan’s Sustainability Leaders
Learn More: Innovation, Optimism, and Alignment: Insights from West Michigan’s Sustainability LeadersMichigan Sustainable Business Forum held the 2025 West Michigan Membership Kickoff event in Grand Rapids to bring sustainability leaders together and discuss key priorities for climate leadership, circular economy solutions, and social impact in the year ahead. MiSBF invited four exceptional sustainability leaders to share their thoughts during a panel discussion on the progress being…
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Women Leading Sustainability 2025
Learn More: Women Leading Sustainability 2025Michigan Sustainable Business Forum proudly presents our Women Leading Sustainability, celebrating outstanding women professionals advancing sustainability across Michigan. This campaign recognizes women who drive innovation, leadership, and impact in sustainability, shaping more resilient businesses and communities. Honorees are making significant strides in climate action, circular economy practices, and environmental stewardship. Throughout March, we will highlight…
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Kick Off 2025 with MiSBF: A Membership Meeting on Sustainability in West Michigan
Learn More: Kick Off 2025 with MiSBF: A Membership Meeting on Sustainability in West MichiganThe Michigan Sustainable Business Forum (MiSBF) is hosting its annual West Michigan membership meeting, bringing together business leaders, sustainability professionals, and community advocates to discuss the future of sustainability in West Michigan. This gathering will provide a platform to explore key climate leadership, circular economy solutions, and social impact initiatives shaping the region in the…
